Mmmm, it depends on the situation. With carrots, for example, if raw, then I want them with a dip like ranch dressing. But without that, then they're better steamed or boiled and then buttered and salted.

Same with broccoli and cauliflower.

And in general, I love the buttered and salted steamed or boiled better than the raw veggie tray with dressing (as long as the veggies weren't *over*-cooked.